Pop-A-Rific Popcorn Balls

This came from The Popcorn Board. I have not tried this just posting for safe keeping.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 14
• Yields: 14 balls

Ingredients

• 3  quarts  unsalted  popped popcorn
• 1  lb marshmallows (1 package)
• 1⁄4 cup butter or 1⁄4 cup margarine

Directions

1. Place popcorn in a large bowl.
2. In a large saucepan, cook marshmallows and butter over low heat until melted and smooth.
3. Pour over popcorn, tossing gently to mix well. Cool five minutes.
4. Butter hands well and form 2 1/2-inch balls.
5. Note: To color the popcorn balls, add a few drops of food coloring to the smooth marshmallow mixture. Mix well to distribute color evenly, then pour over popcorn as instructed.